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how long are front steel braided brake lines pair vs splitter

Started by mtc, June 13, 2019, 04:51:57 PM

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mtc

i saw universal ones on ebay will they fit?, are all ends the same?


trying to go with a 2 line set up , since i heard the fork brace i got "could" touch the splitter and lose  brake function and i am not into that at all

this is a stock fork set up and i may go with superbike bars( since i miss my XS1100 begging dog position ) and i'll add length accordingly, if that is the case

will corbin seats make the ride more upright?, i source one locally but man they want a lot and idk if it's worth it to keep throwing money at this bike that's never gona be worth more than 2500-2900 tops, guess i can alway sell it separate




and yeah i learn the technique to get it up on the center stand now, without getting a hernia flare up
Current
1985 FJ1100

Previous Bikes
1979 Yamaha XS1100 best one
1984 FJ1100
1987 FZR600
1987 Fazer
1985 Vision
1982 Seca 750
1978 RD400 Spec II Motor

Live Life Wrong and Perspire

ryanschoebel

You're absolutely right about the fork brace hitting the splitter. I had it happen no more than 2 weeks ago, and the banjo bolt was weeping fluid.

As for the Corbin, heres's my two cents. Yes,your riding will be more upright, but not enough to make a huge difference. As I hear tell, if you want a more upright ride, get some bar risers, and that will ease the burden a lot. Also, do not go to a Corbin seat if you are over 6 ft, because it makes for some cramping hips after about a hundred miles for me ( at 6'4").

For the brake lines, yes, they seem to be fairly universal, but make sure that you get lines with connectors to match. Ex, on my 85, I got a set that had a straight connector for the rear brake, and it wouldn't seat right because the OEM lines have a fitting with a 45 degree bend. Others that know more will hopefully follow though. 
1985 FJ1100-- Atlas (SOLD)
1984 FJ1100-- Storm

Scottie1

I replaced mine that i got RPM. I have a 1986 and the 2 line set from a 1988-94 worked for me.
http://rpmracingca.com/proddetail.asp?prod=S-YA0146
1986 FJ1200
1982 XJ750 R Seca

Scottie1

Ah just  seen you got a 1100 . I would shot RPM a email and ask them
1986 FJ1200
1982 XJ750 R Seca

mtc

Quote from: ryanschoebel on June 13, 2019, 11:32:36 PM
You're absolutely right about the fork brace hitting the splitter. I had it happen no more than 2 weeks ago, and the banjo bolt was weeping fluid.

As for the Corbin, heres's my two cents. Yes,your riding will be more upright, but not enough to make a huge difference. As I hear tell, if you want a more upright ride, get some bar risers, and that will ease the burden a lot. Also, do not go to a Corbin seat if you are over 6 ft, because it makes for some cramping hips after about a hundred miles for me ( at 6'4").

For the brake lines, yes, they seem to be fairly universal, but make sure that you get lines with connectors to match. Ex, on my 85, I got a set that had a straight connector for the rear brake, and it wouldn't seat right because the OEM lines have a fitting with a 45 degree bend. Others that know more will hopefully follow though. 

oh wow, i am 5'7" and super light, maybe with my .85 racetech front spring with 15 weight,  i  hope i don't bottom out  like you did, but it would no be good, if i was a long way from  proper tools and or help

i guess i would have to see which way  i was going before springing for new hoses, i could measure them and added on to it.

i got the bike dialed in and i rode it and inspired confidence, not scary anymore, so i may not even raised the bars... we'll see, thanks for your input sir
Current
1985 FJ1100

Previous Bikes
1979 Yamaha XS1100 best one
1984 FJ1100
1987 FZR600
1987 Fazer
1985 Vision
1982 Seca 750
1978 RD400 Spec II Motor

Live Life Wrong and Perspire

mtc

Quote from: Scottie1 on June 14, 2019, 09:57:37 AM
I replaced mine that i got RPM. I have a 1986 and the 2 line set from a 1988-94 worked for me.
http://rpmracingca.com/proddetail.asp?prod=S-YA0146

i was wondering if it had the "slack" to reach superbike bars..... is yours stock clip ons? and does it look like alot of slack?

thanks for your input
Current
1985 FJ1100

Previous Bikes
1979 Yamaha XS1100 best one
1984 FJ1100
1987 FZR600
1987 Fazer
1985 Vision
1982 Seca 750
1978 RD400 Spec II Motor

Live Life Wrong and Perspire

ryanschoebel

Quote from: mtc on June 14, 2019, 04:22:53 PM
oh wow, i am 5'7" and super light, maybe with my .85 racetech front spring with 15 weight,  i  hope i don't bottom out  like you did, but it would no be good, if i was a long way from  proper tools and or help

i guess i would have to see which way  i was going before springing for new hoses, i could measure them and added on to it.

i got the bike dialed in and i rode it and inspired confidence, not scary anymore, so i may not even raised the bars... we'll see, thanks for your input sir

To be fair, I only bottomedbecauseits time for a fork rebuild, so you should be fine. I'm just saying it CAN happen
1985 FJ1100-- Atlas (SOLD)
1984 FJ1100-- Storm

fj1289

Quote from: mtc on June 14, 2019, 04:24:52 PM
Quote from: Scottie1 on June 14, 2019, 09:57:37 AM
I replaced mine that i got RPM. I have a 1986 and the 2 line set from a 1988-94 worked for me.
http://rpmracingca.com/proddetail.asp?prod=S-YA0146

i was wondering if it had the "slack" to reach superbike bars..... is yours stock clip ons? and does it look like alot of slack?

thanks for your input

Give a call to RPM.   They can order the lines in any length you need - if you want 2" longer than stock for example.